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Rationalist Oval Dining Table in Oak, Holland - 1920's

Offered by: Goldwood by Boris

Description
Oval dining table in oak, on juxtaposed oval legs, Dutch, 1920s. Such a Minimalist and modern piece for its time. Two elliptic shapes following a juxtaposed axis display great knowledge of math, architecture, and design. Truly an Avant-Garde item. Certainly an inspiration for later Scandinavian Modern designers such as Axel Einar Hjorth. The name Rationalism is retroactively applied to a movement in architecture that came about during the Age of Enlightenment (more specifically, Neoclassicism), arguing that architecture's intellectual base is primarily in science as opposed to reverence for and emulation of archaic traditions and beliefs. Rationalist architects, following the philosophy of René Descartes, emphasized geometric forms and ideal proportions.

More Information

Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Ebonized Oak.
Creation Date:	1920's
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Other
Incollect Reference #:	451357

Dimensions

W.	51.57 in;	H.	29.53 in;	D.	39.76 in;
W.	131 cm;	H.	75 cm;	D.	101 cm;

Message from Seller:

Goldwood is an eclectic furniture and decoration boutique based in Antwerp, Belgium. Founded by Boris Devis, the store features a stunning collection of high-end 20th century items, offering an exciting mixture of luxurious and decorative pieces that range from classic designs by the likes of Tobia Scarpa and Wim Rietveld, to antique pieces by unknown designers.